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Small Business Development

Small Business Development

This division of Economic Development provides all businesses and entrepreneurs with the tools and guidance to grow their bottom line, increase capacity, and thrive.

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The Office of Small Business Development has the people and tools to help you build your small business in Boston. Through our online resources and in-person services, we connect you with the right people or appropriate city agencies to provide assistance with permitting, licensing and other business challenges you might have.

Small Business Development
Contact
617-635-0355
karilyn.crockett@boston.gov
26 Court Street
7th Floor
Boston, MA 02108
United States
Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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Small Business Assistance

Small Business help

Food trucks

We are committed to supporting and growing Boston’s thriving food truck ecosystem.

Small Business Center

We serve as a resource to small businesses and entrepreneurs.

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Storefront Improvements

Learn about resources for signage and storefront improvements for your business.

Energy efficiency and sustainability

Learn about programs that help you save energy, and turn your business more green.

Employee ownership help

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Food truck information

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Boston Main Streets

Our comprehensive revitalization approach helps create, build, and sustain healthy commercial districts.

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